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Paradise Found Island Retreat 2 full 2 bedroom 1.5 bath homes

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Overview

Property Details

Updated: Feb 8, 2015

House, 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths,8 Sleeps Or rent both for larger groups see my site

Email to see current and correct pricing. Always look at what you get with your rental. This property is a hybrid and comes with lots you would normally only get at a high end retreat and share with 200 units. Not just 1 other group or just your group if you take both homes.

Email for way more info. Step your vacation up to not just a home rental, but a Private Island Retreat in the Ozello Keys. Experience the Real Florida here on the Nature Coast; only minutes from Crystal River and Homosassa.

Land bridge access with electronic security gate gives you the privacy and convenience of driving to/from your own private island with amenities you won't get from any other home rental! No traffic noise to hinder the awesome wildlife and beautiful serenity here.

Swim or relax in one of the 2 spas or the 45’ solar-heated pool with 2 32’ waterfalls and wet bar. As you relax in one of the stargazing chairs by the bonfire ring (wood included with your stay), watch one of Mother Nature’s night shows, unhampered by city lights.

All linens, towels and dishes are furnished in both units, each having a full kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, stove and all cooking utensils, including glasses, dishes, pots and pans.

Rent both upper and lower homes (2 bedroom 1.5 bath each) and only your group will be in Paradise*.

When you rent here, you rent an island retreat with many amenities. Be sure you know what is included with your rental, as we have become aware of others making it appear they have enough kayaks for your group; most have 1 or 2 at best, whereas we provide 14. Whether it's paddling with dolphins or exploring some of the 300 islands with one of the 14 kayaks/2 canoes that come at no extra charge, this alone could save a family of 6 more than $500 a day!

Rent a private island, not just a home-in-a-row on a canal. 360 degrees of open water views with very few boats going by!

We also can set you up to snorkel with the manatee or have a private all day tour of Crystal River, including snorkeling and fishing on your own private pontoon boat with your own licensed guide.

Previewed the Retreat for an upcoming reunion in February

5 of 5

I just stayed overnight in Crystal River this week. I am planning to host a 60th birthday party/ family reunion for my husband next February and I wanted to come up to Crystal River and see the Paradise Found Island Retreat and the Plantation Resort that is 10 minutes away. I intend to put up my guests of 20 between the two establishments. First, the Plantation is nice but after doing my math it adds up to quite a bit more expense then the Paradise Found Retreat when compared. And the age and condition at the Plantation was not markedly better than the accommodations at the Paradise Found Island Retreat. The walls at Plantation Resort are paper thin and I was woken up a few times over the night. The island will be blissfully quiet.The food and drinks at Plantation are expensive and I am really glad that we will be having the use of Paradise Found Island Retreat and it's amenities to host my extra guests on a day pass basis for a reasonable charge. This way I can feed the group three times a day and save the cost of restaurants which will save us a ton, not to mention the bar bill we wont have to have by bringing our own beverages and serving them from the adorable Tiki hut and bar on the island. There are kayaks and canoes to accommodate 20 passengers all included in the price as well as a pool and two jacuzzi's. I set up a meeting with the owner Ken at 9am Thursday to preview the property and go over my plans. When I arrived the downstairs unit was getting a makeover in the kitchen and main bath and the rest of the unit was in great shape. It was very clean and I saw no bugs, but hey it is Florida, pretty hard to not have any. Upstairs is already spruced up and has amazing views from every window and bedroom. The two massive porches are screened in and that will make for nice indoor outdoor living while we are there. Ken put me in touch with two restaurants right up the road who will do some catering and bring a few dinners over for us and Dominoes even delivers pizza out in this remote location. My cell phone, metro pcs, gets great reception. At the Plantation I could only make emergency calls. And the wifi works great too on the island and also at Plantation. I am a decorator by trade and I think the direction the owner is going in is "cute and island like" and sure it is dated, but so is the Plantation. For the price of admission you can't be expecting the Ritz, but you will get a clean, private island retreat with lots of amenities and a landlord.

Submitted: Oct 18, 2014

Stayed: Oct 2014

Source:
VRBO, from HomeAway

Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Pet-friendly,
Adventure Seekers,
Girls Getaway,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children

About the Owner

I am a semi retired artist. I bought this island to retire to. After having several of my art customers come stay. i thought, would't it be nice to make a living sharing this beautiful natural spot with those that would never get to stay on an island like this. Or kayak the islands with dolphins

Private Island home, land accessible, many amenities you will not get with an in-town home.

* Specializing in groups of 12 to 20, great for family reunions or gatherings.

* FREE use of 14 kayaks and 2 canoes (save up to $700/day).

* FREE firewood for nightly bonfires.

* We offer the ultimate in privacy and security for your group.

For the cost of renting a kayak each day, your group of 6 can stay on a private island!

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Previewed the Retreat for an upcoming reunion in February

5 of 5

I just stayed overnight in Crystal River this week. I am planning to host a 60th birthday party/ family reunion for my husband next February and I wanted to come up to Crystal River and see the Paradise Found Island Retreat and the Plantation Resort that is 10 minutes away. I intend to put up my guests of 20 between the two establishments. First, the Plantation is nice but after doing my math it adds up to quite a bit more expense then the Paradise Found Retreat when compared. And the age and condition at the Plantation was not markedly better than the accommodations at the Paradise Found Island Retreat. The walls at Plantation Resort are paper thin and I was woken up a few times over the night. The island will be blissfully quiet.The food and drinks at Plantation are expensive and I am really glad that we will be having the use of Paradise Found Island Retreat and it's amenities to host my extra guests on a day pass basis for a reasonable charge. This way I can feed the group three times a day and save the cost of restaurants which will save us a ton, not to mention the bar bill we wont have to have by bringing our own beverages and serving them from the adorable Tiki hut and bar on the island. There are kayaks and canoes to accommodate 20 passengers all included in the price as well as a pool and two jacuzzi's. I set up a meeting with the owner Ken at 9am Thursday to preview the property and go over my plans. When I arrived the downstairs unit was getting a makeover in the kitchen and main bath and the rest of the unit was in great shape. It was very clean and I saw no bugs, but hey it is Florida, pretty hard to not have any. Upstairs is already spruced up and has amazing views from every window and bedroom. The two massive porches are screened in and that will make for nice indoor outdoor living while we are there. Ken put me in touch with two restaurants right up the road who will do some catering and bring a few dinners over for us and Dominoes even delivers pizza out in this remote location. My cell phone, metro pcs, gets great reception. At the Plantation I could only make emergency calls. And the wifi works great too on the island and also at Plantation. I am a decorator by trade and I think the direction the owner is going in is "cute and island like" and sure it is dated, but so is the Plantation. For the price of admission you can't be expecting the Ritz, but you will get a clean, private island retreat with lots of amenities and a landlord.

Submitted: Oct 18, 2014

Stayed: Oct 2014

Source:
VRBO, from HomeAway

Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Adventure Seekers,
Pet-friendly,
Girls Getaway,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children

A very wonderful get-away

4 of 5

My daughter and I have stayed here a few weekends this past year, the flat we stayed in (the upper one) was very clean and comfortable, it had a full kitchen and enough beds for at least 10 maybe more! There was even a Wii and full cable TV! The pool had a beautiful waterfall and lights, there was a hot tub, they were incredibly clean. The owner provided us with wood and helped us start a campfire in a pit by the water. There was free kayaks and my daughter said they were wonderful.
Had a magnificent time here, would go again!

Submitted: Oct 21, 2013

Stayed: Oct 2013

Source:
Vacation Rentals, from HomeAway

Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Adventure Seekers,
Pet-friendly,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children

great vacation on this island!

5 of 5

My family had a great time last spring on paradise island. We are looking at it now for the holiday. We have 18 in our group and is hard to find anywere to handel us comfortable. There we not only had room to sleep. But all went kayaking togeather 2 days of our week stay. I am hopeing with the fall weather that the fishing will be as good if not better than spring.
We enjoyed our stay. Managment was great. Very helpfull when my child tried to hook up xbox and then could not get tv back on at 10pm. But not realy around other wise. We would all recomend this place highly. Heck the fact we are going there 2 times in 6 months should say tons

great place to spend a vacation!

5 of 5

we stayed at this island and were more than pleased! we had a great time with no problems at all. the owner was close for anything we needed or questions that we had otherwise we really didnt see him. the pool was gorgeous! loved sitting on the deckside by the pool and just lounging and having a great time with friends.
i was a little surprised when we got there, the homes were much nicer and more comfortable than what the photos show.
ken, the owner, took us on a jet ski tour out to the gulf and we seen a ton of dolphins and some stingrays and even a couple sharks! great day!
what can i say other than GREAT VACATION!!

Activity and Interests

Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is one of the best places in the state to view manatees, some of which are treated here before being released into the wild. An excellent value at $13/adult, $5/child, spend the afternoon at the zoo and research center (15 minute drive from Paradise).

Weeki Wachee Springs is where underwater performances by mermaids (women wearing fish tails) can be viewed in an aquarium-like setting. Visitors can swim at Buccaneer Bay, see the Misunderstood Creatures Animal Show, or take a riverboat ride down the Weeki Wachee River.

Crystal River Archaeological State Park is a 61 acre National Historic Landmark, activities include salt and fresh water fishing, bird watching and a boat tour of Crystal River.

Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park contains the remnants of the once-thriving 5,100-acre sugar plantation, serving as a supplier of sugar products for southern troops during the Civil War.

Take a manatee snorkel trip for as little as $30 (let us know and we can book it for you).

Many Orlando area amusement parks and attractions are just a day trip away.

Rental rates

Notes: Rates are based on 2 guests; add $15 per night, per additional guest

Summer Scallop Season dates

May 22 2015 -
Sep 12 2016

5 night minimum stay

$720

From

$805

Fri,Sat

$4,488

Notes: Rates are based on 4 guests; add $15 per night, per additional guest

My Standard Rate

2 night minimum stay

$199

From

$225

Fri,Sat

$1,299

Notes: Rates are based on 2 guests; add $15 per night, per additional guest

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency (USD) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Additional information about rental rates

Pet Fee
$70
+ Tax

Tax Rate9.0%

90 days or more 1/3 down, 1/3 due 60 days before reservation, 1/3 30 days up
60 days or less normally balance in full but we can work something out if you need some time to pay it out

Private Island home, land accessible, many amenities you will not get with an in-town home.
* Specializing in groups of 12 to 20, great for family reunions or gatherings.
* FREE use of 14 kayaks and 2 canoes (save up to $800/day).
* FREE firewood for nightly bonfires.
* We offer the ultimate in privacy and security for your group.
For the cost of renting a kayak each day!

Amenities

From the Owner

“Open water views. Few boats a day go by so very private. With help on site if you have a problem I am here to take care of now now not in 2 or 3 days like most rentals. We are very different in that this property has about 50 hours a week put into it to maintain the pool waterfalls tiki yard and more. Please email to see out site direct for over 130 photo”

Property Type

house

Theme

Adventure

Budget

Family

Romantic

General

Air Conditioning

Internet

Pool / Spa

Hot Tub

Outdoor Pool

Suitability

children welcome

pets considered

wheelchair accessible

Location Type

Beach View

Waterfront

Attractions

churches

coin laundry

festivals

forests

marina

museums

zoo

Bathrooms

1Bathroom,

1Half Bath

Bathroom 1 Upper main - toilet, combination tub/shower, homes have hot water on demand so hot water never runs out

Half Bathroom Upper second - toilet, homes have hot water on demand so hot water never runs

Bedrooms

2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Outside

Outdoor Grill

Notes:

FREE use of 14 kayaks/2 canoes (enough for 23 to paddle together ~ save hundreds a day in rental fees!)
45' solar-heated pool
2 32' lit waterfalls
45’ Tiki hut with wet bar and sound system
41 jet, 8hp Jacuzzi by pool
Private double-pump Jacuzzi on deck of upper home
Picnic area with charcoal grills
Bonfire ring with furnished wood
New coin-op washer and dryer
61” Sony HDTV in upper home, with over 200 channels
47" HDTV in lower home, with over 200 channels
Queen-size beds
Full kitchen in each home
Screened-in patio and deck for each home
High-speed wireless internet
Awesome wildlife viewing and so much more... check our website for more details.